First Cabin Kyoto Arashiyama

Most stores and restaurants nearby close early, so plan dinner early.

It was very clean and they provided everything you really needed for a quick stay - pyjamas, towels, all shower gels and amenities, straighteners and hair dryers. The public bath for the females were an added bonus. Locks are provided for the safe and large luggages.

Difficult to access large luggages as you have to keep them in luggage bays. I recommend packing what you need for the night separately for quick access. Also, the men's didn't have a public bath.

I love the onsen,the rooftop view I appreciate the staff,very kind,accomodating. Strategic location,approx 10 min.walk to the Arashiyama bamboo forest,kimono forest is just at the back of the hotel. Walking distance to other temples and shops. The hotel is few steps from the Randen train Arashiyama terminal,which is at the heart of Arashiyama.Very convenient if you are using Kansai Thru Pass card.

Some guest were noisy and having loud conversations at 11pm.Others are packing their bags at 12midnight!!!! Inconsiderate human beings!!! I wish they've just use the lounge for those evening conversation session.

Everything was wonderful. It's located in the same building as the Arashiyama Randen station so you barely have to go anywhere. The check-in process was very easy and quick. You get a wristband with a key for the lock box next to your bed; however, you don't get a full-sized locker like in other capsule hotels. The facilities were very generous, and they offered high-quality lotions, soaps, shampoos, etc. in the women's onsen. They also have toothbrushes and toothpaste so you don't have to bring your own, as well as pajamas. This is the first time I've stayed at a "capsule" hotel (I say "capsule" because it didn't really feel like a capsule) where everyone was so quiet and respectful--but maybe it was because the days I stayed were not so popular. Breakfast is Japanese-style, and you are given a breakfast coupon during check-in which you give to the staff in the morning, and they will bring breakfast to you in the lounge. There is a western-style option available (sandwiches) but you have to request it by 4pm the previous day.

My TV didn't seem to work, but it wasn't a big deal because I don't regularly watch TV anyway. Minor inconvenience.